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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.

Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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LISTEN: Math tricks for everyday life
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LISTEN: Math tricks for everyday life

If math never quite stuck for you, Ben Orlin is here to change that. He says think of math as a language. Numbers are the nouns and the arithmetic operations are verbs. This episode, learning the language of math to help you in your day-to-day life.

LISTEN: Math tricks for everyday life

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Boost your mood in 15 minutes
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Boost your mood in 15 minutes

Sometimes you're just feeling blah: the weather's bad, you can't get out of bed and you're struggling to shake off that listlessness. In these moments, the solution is often simpler than we think. This episode, NPR's science desk and Life Kit staff present research-backed mood boosters to instantly shake yourself out of a slump and turn your day around.

Boost your mood in 15 minutes

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How to make networking less awkward
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How to make networking less awkward

Shaking hands, sending cold emails and asking for coffee can feel unnatural. Networking expert Robbie Samuels explains how to create meaningful job connections in more authentic ways. This episode originally published on October 2, 2022.

How to make networking less awkward

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Smart credit card habits to keep you out of debt
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Smart credit card habits to keep you out of debt

Even if you use a credit card all the time, it can be difficult to understand the ins and outs of how they work. Whether you're a new credit card owner or just want to make sure you're getting the most out of your card, this episode will walk through the fundamentals of the credit card game.

Smart credit card habits to keep you out of debt

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How to help your Gen Z kid cope with their back-to-school emotions
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How to help your Gen Z kid cope with their back-to-school emotions

Today's teens struggle with perfectionism and mood swings, and their parents struggle to have hard conversations with them, according to a recent survey. Teen psychologist Lisa Damour explains how parents can better support their kids as a new school year begins.

How to help your Gen Z kid cope with their back-to-school emotions

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LISTEN: Dealing with neighbor drama
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LISTEN: Dealing with neighbor drama

Conflicts with neighbors are common. Trash, noise, parking, weeds — there are seemingly endless ways neighbors can get on each other's nerves. But it doesn't have to be that way. A mediator and a dispute resolution expert say that taking calm, measured steps to resolve conflict can lead to greater understanding and even harmony between you and the folks on your block.

LISTEN: Dealing with neighbor drama

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LISTEN: Fruit flies don't appear out of nowhere. Here's how to get rid of them
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LISTEN: Fruit flies don't appear out of nowhere. Here's how to get rid of them

Seeing a swarm of pesky fruit flies in the kitchen is frustrating. We talk with a fruit fly researcher about how fruit flies make their way into your home, how to ripen fruit without attracting them and how to trap them.

LISTEN: Fruit flies don't appear out of nowhere. Here's how to get rid of them

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How to buy less stuff
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How to buy less stuff

If you're struggling to save for long-term goals, find yourself lost in a sea of clutter or are concerned about consumerism and climate change, there are ways to curb your shopping habits. This episode, journalist Stacey Vanek Smith talks to writers, influencers and activists in the sustainable fashion industry about how to reign in overconsumption, rethink our power as consumers and challenge ourselves to buy less.

How to buy less stuff

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Getting hitched? Protect yourself with a prenup
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Getting hitched? Protect yourself with a prenup

Prenups aren't just for the rich and famous. Family law attorney Theresa Viera explains how to talk about it with your partner and decide whether it's right for you. This episode originally published August 31, 2023.

Getting hitched? Protect yourself with a prenup

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Spending time in a forest can boost health and lower stress. Here's how
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Spending time in a forest can boost health and lower stress. Here's how

Spending time in the forest isn't just enjoyable, it's good for your health. Here are some research-backed exercises to try the next time you find yourself under a canopy of trees.

Spending time in a forest can boost health and lower stress. Here's how

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